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advocacy

 

[ ˈadvəkəsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal

The act or process of supporting a cause or proposal, especially through public speaking, writing, or other forms of communication.

Synonyms

defense, promotion, support

Examples of usage

  • Her advocacy for animal rights has made a significant impact on legislation.
  • The organization provides advocacy for marginalized communities.
  • The lawyer's advocacy skills were instrumental in winning the case.
Context #2 | Noun

social

The act of speaking or writing in support of something.

Synonyms

backing, championing, endorsement

Examples of usage

  • His advocacy for mental health awareness has inspired many.
  • She is known for her strong advocacy for education reform.
Context #3 | Noun

political

Public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy.

Synonyms

activism, campaigning, lobbying

Examples of usage

  • The candidate's advocacy for healthcare reform resonated with many voters.
  • The advocacy for environmental protection has become a major focus in the political arena.

Translations

Translations of the word "advocacy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 advocacia

🇮🇳 वकालत

🇩🇪 Anwaltschaft

🇮🇩 advokasi

🇺🇦 адвокація

🇵🇱 adwokatura

🇯🇵 擁護

🇫🇷 plaidoirie

🇪🇸 abogacía

🇹🇷 savunuculuk

🇰🇷 옹호

🇸🇦 محاماة

🇨🇿 advokacie

🇸🇰 advokácia

🇨🇳 倡导

🇸🇮 zagovorništvo

🇮🇸 málflutningur

🇰🇿 адвокатура

🇬🇪 ადვოკატირება

🇦🇿 vəkillik

🇲🇽 abogacía

Etymology

The word 'advocacy' originated from the Latin word 'advocare', which means 'to summon' or 'to call to one's aid'. The concept of advocacy dates back to ancient times when individuals would advocate on behalf of others in legal matters. Over time, advocacy has evolved to encompass a broader range of activities aimed at supporting and promoting various causes, policies, and rights.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,743 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.